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DoE has zero-tolerance policy, doing best to deal with bomb threats to schools, Delhi HC told

New Delhi, May 3 (PTI) The Directorate of Education (DoE) has a "zero-tolerance policy" in matters of safety in schools and its officials are doing their best to ensure the effective implementation of the guidelines for dealing with disasters, including bomb threats, the Delhi High Court has been told

13-year-old Secunderabad girl Vijaya Deepika Gangapatnam defies 45 fractures, fate to script dream TT tale

Vijaya Deepika Gangapatnam, battling Brittle Bone Disease, achieves success in table tennis despite numerous fractures. With dreams of Paralympics, she navigates challenges with family support and determination, showcasing resilience and talent in the sport. She was the youngest to win a medal at the UTT Para Table Tennis National Championship in Indore this March. In fact, the Secunderabad girl clinched silver in singles and bronze in doubles.

Chopper scheduled to pick up Shiv Sena (UBT) leader crashes, pilot survives

The incident happened when the pilot of the chopper tried to land it on a makeshift helipad at Mahuhad in Maharashtra's Raigad. The helicopter tilted, which resulted in juries to the pilot.

'Engineered Narratives... Truth Will Prevail': West Bengal Governor Ananda Bose On Sexual Harassment Allegations

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Thursday denied allegations of sexual harassment. A temporary female employee of the Raj Bhavan level sexual harassment allegations against Bose.

Centre protests China's construction activities: ‘Shaksgam Valley part of India'

There have been reports of China building infrastructure in Shaksgam Valley, a strategically located region that is now part of the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Elon Musk gets schooled on free speech by user whose account was blocked, X honcho says 'must respect laws of country…

Elon Musk on Thursday said that he must respect local laws of the country or risk his X platform being blocked, after an Indian user slammed the billionaire for blocking her account.

'Hoodfishing CEO' Rasheen Bailey Gets 'Speedy Recovery' Wishes Following Fort Myers Shooting Reports

Rasheen Bailey, a well-known Florida fisherman and the CEO of HoodFishing Entertainment, was reportedly shot in his hometown of Fort Myers. While his family has not confirmed the news, many, including friends, have taken to social media to wish him a quick recovery. Chris Zaldain, a popular fisherman and friend of Bailey, shared an update.

Bharti Singh admitted to hospital, will undergo surgery for gallbladder stone

Comedian Bharti Singh took to her YouTube vlogs to share that she felt severe pain in her stomach and had to be hospitalized.

Covishield Side Effects: What's Tts Syndrome, Symptoms, And Danger Signs You Shouldn't Ignore | N18V

UK pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has acknowledged the potential for its COVID-19 vaccine to cause a rare side effect known as Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS)#covisheild #covidvaccine #news18

Daniel Larson Facing Federal Charges For Bomb Threats To White House? Fact-Checking Viral Claim

A Reddit post saying viral internet personality Daniel Larson is facing federal charges for making bomb threats to the FBI and White House has gone viral. An account called PaymoneyWubby posted about the charges, along with an image of a United States District Court of Coloardo (USDC) document. We have been unable to verify the authenticity of the document, which shows a man named Daniel Larson indicted and presented with an arrest warrant for...

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6: Everything we know so far about the next big foldable smartphone

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 at their next Galaxy Unpacked event expected on July 10, 2024, in Paris. The Fold 6 might see minor design changes, and new colour options.

Apple Unveils Record $110 Billion Buyback, Posts Strong India Revenue Growth in March 2024 Quarter

Apple’s quarterly results and forecast beat modest expectations on Thursday, as the iPhone maker unveiled a record share buyback program, sending its stock up 6% in extended trade. Apple increased its cash dividend by 4% and authorized an additional program to buy back $110 billion of stock. The buyback is the largest in the company’s history.Apple’s quarterly revenue fell, but less than analysts had expected, and CEO Tim Cook said revenue...

Violent clash erupts over temple entry for Dalits in Tamil Nadu ‘minutes after peace meeting’

Members of two caste groups pelted stones & four shops were set ablaze after tensions over a Dalit community’s demand to enter the Mariamman temple in Salem district’s Deevattipatti.

Anurag takes ‘Daro Mat’ jibe at Rahul Gandhi

Thakur was in Himachal to attend a BJP’s Panna Pramukh conference at Sujanpur in Hamirpur parliamentary constituency and was welcomed by BJP workers at Kangra airport

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says spat with Mohamed Salah 'completely resolved'

Jurgen Klopp has said that his spat with Mohamed Salah has now been completely resolved. Klopp and Salah were involved in a verbal spat during Liverpool's draw to West Ham United.

Sitapur toppers and fall of state boards in India

State board toppers from small towns are undoubtedly good students, but there is a factor beyond their control that’s helping them stand out

'Suspicious' death of second Boeing whistleblower sparks buzz amid 737 Max safety row

Josh Dean, a former quality auditor at a Boeing Co. supplier who raised concerns about the safety of the 737 Max jet, has died.

Who Was Rohith Vemula, Whose Death United Campuses Against Discrimination Towards Dalits | A Recap

Eight years after Hyderabad Central University scholar Rohith Vemula died by suicide, Telangana police have filed a closure report in the case, absolving all accused. Vemula died on January 17, 2016, leaving behind a note where he said he felt his “birth was his fatal accident”.In its closure report, police said Vemula wasn’t a Dalit and died by suicide because he feared his “real caste identity” would be revealed. The then Secunderabad MP...

Apple Watch alerts Delhi woman to critical heart condition as heart rate surges above 250 beats per minute

The Apple Watch's life-saving potential was demonstrated when it alerted a Delhi woman to a dangerously high heart rate, potentially saving her life.

Video: Heavy rains in Brazil kill 13 people, 21 missing

It is anticipated the death toll will increase.

'Most dubious track record': India slams Pakistan over remarks at UNGA

India condemns Pakistan's 'dubious track record' while slamming the remarks made by Islamabad's envoy on Kashmir in the UN General Assembly. India's response came after Pakistan's UN envoy Munir Akram made negative remarks against New Delhi, including references to Kashmir, CAA and Ram temple in Ayodhya during his address in a UNGA meeting on 'Culture of Peace.'

Salman Khan Firing Case Accused Dies In Hospital After Attempting Suicide In Police Custody | N18V

Salman Khan Firing Case Accused Dies In Hospital After Attempting Suicide In Police Custody | N18VAnuj Thapan, 32, who was arrested from Punjab on April 26, went to a toilet attached to the police lock-up at 11 am and took the extreme step, sources said.#salmankhan #bollywood #news18 #cnnnews18 n18oc_news

Nijjar case: Here's how events unfolded

On June 18, 2023, 45-year-old Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot outside a Sikh temple in Surrey, which is a Vancouver suburb known for its large Sikh population. He was a Canadian citizen who was advocating for the establishment of a separate Sikh homeland to be formed from India.

Instagram Will Now Target Accounts That Repost Content From Others: All Details

Instagram has been grappling with the issue of excessive reposted content by aggregator accounts in feeds. To address these concerns, Instagram will soon implement a new algorithm that focuses on promoting original content from creators with smaller followings and reducing the visibility of reposts. The slew of changes will remove reposted content from recommendations.According to the Meta-owned platform, historically, because of the way it has...

Heatwave alert: Here are top 6 hottest cities in India right now

IMD has predicted around eight to 11 heatwave days in May over the south Rajasthan, west Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Marathwada, and the Gujarat regions

Over 100 Russian soldiers killed on training ground in East Ukraine missile strike

The strike was reportedly some 48 miles behind the frontline at a training base.

Watch: MS Dhoni signs jersey, writes a message for 103-year-old Chennai Super Kings' fan S Ramdas

The 103-year-old CSK superfan S Ramdas received an autographed jersey from MS Dhoni and the moment was captured in a video that the Chennai franchise shared on social media. Ramdas, a former British Military servant, gained recognition after a video that showed him expressing his love for cricket and enjoying watching T20 matches.

Israeli father of three held captive in Gaza confirmed dead after wife was shot; kids orphaned

Israeli man abducted by Hamas confirmed murdered after 8 months in captivity, leaving his children orphaned.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on May 4

The day of May 4 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore Delhi's culture. Check it out here!

‘No Surprise’: U.S Students Slam Biden’s Comments On Gaza Encampments | University Protests | N18V

Dozens of students have been arrested after hundreds of New York City police officers entered Columbia University on Tuesday night to clear out an academic building that had been taken over as part of a pro-Palestinian protest. #columbia #usnews #news18live #englishnewslive #newyork

Tamil Music Composer Praveen Kumar Dies Aged 28

Well-known Tamil music composer Praveen Kumar succumbed to an illness on Thursday morning at the age of 28. He was admitted to a private hospital on Wednesday afternoon (May 1). He passed away yesterday at 6:30 am. The demise of Praveen Kumar has sent shockwaves through the Tamil cinema fraternity. Several esteemed personalities have extended their condolences and paid homage to the musician. His funeral is scheduled to be held at his residence...

Woman Wins Her Second Rs 8.3 Crore Lottery Jackpot in 10 Weeks

An American woman has won a $1 million lottery prize 10 weeks after securing a jackpot worth the same amount, which equals Rs 8.3 crore. Christine J. Wilson, of Attleborough, nearly gave up her lottery habit before reconsidering her decision and purchasing a Massachusetts State Lottery scratch-off ticket on whim.

20 People Killed, 21 Injured After Bus Falls Into Ravine In Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir

A speeding bus veered off the road on a narrow mountain and fell into a ravine in Diamer district of Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The dead and injured were taken to a hospital in Chilas. The deceased people included three women, authorities said.

German men's pro football gets first female coach

Bavarian soccer club Ingolstadt has appointed Germany's first female coach in professional men's football. While Sabrina Wittmann is in the role on an interim basis, club bosses haven't ruled out a longer-term contract.

TXT's Yeonjun generously donates ₩50.0 million to first responders

TXT's Yeonjun's philanthropic gesture of ₩50.0 million to Hallym Burn Foundation aids 'Firefighter Trauma 119 Program,' supporting mental health and medical costs for valiant frontline firefighters.

Heavy rains in UAE again: Dubai flights cancelled, schools and offices shut

ABU DHABI: Days after the United Arab Emirates witnessed flooding in April, heavy rains have returned to the country with several flights being cancelled and delayed in and out of Dubai while people and students were asked to work and study from home, Khaleej Times reported. An orange alert was issued on Thursday as heavy rains and thunderstorms la...

PCB chief medical officer resigns after committee issues detailed report on Ihsanullah's injury

The committee released its report on Thursday, which stated that there were delays in the diagnosis of Ihsanullah's injury and inappropriate prescription of treatment, as well as non-compliance by the fast bowler with the prescribed rehabilitation plan. Saleem's resignation was announced in the statement, which read, "Meanwhile, Dr Sohail Saleem, Director of Medical and Sports Sciences, has tendered his resignation, which has been accepted by...

5 big things in AI that happened this week: Nvidia AI chatbot rolls out Gemma support, Apple opens new AI lab and more

AI roundup: Nvidia AI chatbot integrates new AI models, Apple has a secret AI research lab in Europe, and more.

2,000 arrested as protests rock US colleges, Biden says 'order must prevail'

Student protests have popped up at many college and university campuses across the US over the last two weeks. Some have led to agreements with administrators to consider the protesters' demands.

Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws From ATP Italian Open Due To Forearm Injury: 'I Am Very Sorry...Will See You Next Year'

Carlos Alcaraz on Friday pulled out of the upcoming ATP Italian Open due to a right forearm injury.

Germany summons Russian envoy over cyberattack

Berlin has summoned a top Russian envoy after accusing Russian hackers of targeting the governing coalition's SDP as well as some companies. The Czech Republic also said its institutions were targeted.

CEAT shares slump nearly 10% as Q4 net profit falls; tyremaker expects positive momentum in Q1FY25

Shares of CEAT plunged 9.8 percent in morning deals on May 3 as the company's lackluster Q4 results left investors unimpressed. The tyre maker reported a 23 percent year-on-year decline in its consolidated net profit at Rs 102 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 2024 on higher rubber costs, new regulation on extended producer responsibility (EPR) liability. Its revenue from operations, however, rose to Rs 2,992 crore in the period under...

2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS 400 Z - The Biggest And Basest Pulsar Is Here!

Sensex tanks 700 points, Nifty below 22,500: Why stock market took a U-turn today

Stock market today: Nifty Financial Services rose over 1% higher, Nifty Bank was up 0.5% while Nifty Auto, Media, Metal, Pharma, and Realty opened with gains.

WWE Backlash France Streaming details: When and where to watch Premier Live Event

WWE is all set to have their first-ever premium live event in France in the form of Backlash. Cody Rhodes will be in action as he defends the WWE title against AJ Styles.

Rohith Vemula closure report: UoH student groups call for protest rally

At the University of Hyderabad (UoH), also known as Hyderabad Central University (HCU), several student organisations have called for a protest gathering today, May 3, at 6.30 pm. The rally will be happening from Velivada (North Shopcom) to the Main Gate. The rally is being called for "Condemning Telangana police's Closure Report on case filed foll...

Apple Watch 7 saved my life: Delhi-based researcher emails Apple CEO; Tim Cook responds

Had the Apple Watch 7 not alerted about her condition, it could have been ?a close call?. Delhi-based user thanks Apple CEO Tim Cook for including a precise heart rate monitor in Apple Watch models.

Hims Stock Plummets After CEO Andrew Dudum Offers Anti-Israel Protestors Jobs

Hims & Hers Health Inc's stock plummeted more than 11% Friday after the company's CEO Andrew Dudum said he is 'eager' to hire university students participating in anti-Israel protests across the United States. The male hair loss and erectile dysfunction treatment company's value, according to reports, dropped by $200 million.

Israel-Hamas War: 97 journalists killed since start of conflict, says CPJ report; Gaza govt says journo death toll is over 140

Despite international efforts, ensuring the safety of journalists and maintaining news coverage in the conflict zone has proven to be a persistent challenge.

Google, Peloton, Assurance sack over 700 staff, mark a tough start to May

In the first three days of May, over 700 employees have been laid off by tech companies.